The average train between Exeter and Worcester takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Worcester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Exeter and Worcester. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Worcester at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Worcester. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Worcester station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.
Exeter to Worcester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Worcester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Worcester Shrub Hill station.
Book your Exeter to Worcester train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Exeter and Worcester is 186.5 km. The road distance is 227 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Worcester Shrub Hill via Cheltenham Spa in around 3h 3m.